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12/13/2024

With the holiday season well underway, retailers are grappling with rising customer expectations and a constantly evolving data landscape. 🛒 As a result, many organizations struggle to optimize their seasonal marketing approach.

Swipe ➡️ for strategies to maximize this season’s results and future-proof your marketing plans.

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12/11/2024

When it comes to holiday marketing, email remains one of the most powerful tools in a brand’s arsenal. 📨

Let this holiday season be the one where your emails don’t just land in inboxes. Rather, ensure they make a lasting impression and drive meaningful engagement that fuels future growth.

🎄 Here’s how you can refine your email marketing strategy to connect with consumers and maximize your impact this holiday season.

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12/06/2024

🚨 New episode alert!🎙️Heidi Hurst, head of product development and marketing at new home organization and storage brand Everest Home Products, joins Total Retail Talks in our latest podcast interview. Listen in as she shares the brand's "beautility" vision to offer beauty and utility, her goals for its products to positively impact customers' lives, marketing strategies for brand growth and more.

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12/05/2024

During this crucial shopping period of the year, U.S. consumers are showing little sign of slowing down their spending. While this spells Golden Quarter success for retailers, there's another quickly rising trend that could buffet brand sales: the rise of the eco-conscious shopper. ♻️

Who are eco-conscious shoppers, and how can brands engage with them to maximize ROI during this key shopping period?

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Eco-conscious shoppers are no longer a minority, however, that still doesn’t mean they're easy to reach. Success for many retailers this Golden Quarter will hinge on being able to reach these shoppers effectively while respecting their privacy.

12/03/2024

Give yourself the gift of leadership growth this holiday season with a $1,500 discount on the Reality-Based Leadership Workshop! 🎁 Hosted by Total Retail's sister brand, Women in Retail Leadership Circle, this workshop is open to all executives looking to create high-impact, drama-free workplaces.

This 10-week virtual series is led by New York Times best-selling author and world’s No. 1 Leadership Guru for 2023, Cy Wakeman!

Workshop highlights include:
💡 Five 3-hour group learning sessions to immerse you in reality-based leadership principles.
💡 Five 1.5-hour group coaching sessions for hands-on guidance and troubleshooting.

Spots are very limited. Don’t miss your chance to revolutionize your leadership approach and enjoy special holiday savings!

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11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Total Retail! We are thankful for our retail community. 🤗🍂🍃

11/27/2024

🎧 In episode 468 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Gena Smith, chief human resources officer at LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, and Beatrice Goasglas, president of TAG Heuer Americas. Listen in as they discuss why LVMH and TAG Heuer launched the Métiers d’Excellence (ME) apprenticeship program in the U.S. and how it's helping to train the next generation of skilled craftspeople. 🔨⌚

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11/26/2024

🎁 This holiday shopping season promises to be another marathon for e-commerce brands.🏃

While small and midsize businesses (SMBs) competing with marketplaces like Amazon isn’t new, the rapid rise of Chinese marketplaces like Temu will likely disrupt holiday sales for e-commerce brands this year.

So how can brands successfully compete with deep-discount marketplaces this holiday season? Swipe ➡️ to learn three tips for SMB holiday success.

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11/21/2024

Artificial intelligence isn't just a trend—it's a powerful tool reshaping retail from top to bottom. 🤖

From inventory management to personalized marketing, AI is helping retailers streamline operations and drive results. But is AI replacing human jobs? Not quite! Instead, AI is freeing up time for teams to focus on creative, impactful work while handling the repetitive tasks behind the scenes. Ready to dive deeper into how AI is enhancing roles rather than erasing them? Check out the article now! 👇

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11/20/2024

With 35 years of retail expertise, Ron Offir, Managing Director of Retail and Consumer Products at Deloitte, shares his perspective on the industry's digital transformation in this Total Retail Tech video interview.

Discover how:
🔹 Technology is reducing costs and increasing efficiency.
🔹 Retailers across the spectrum are using digital tools to enhance their brands and improve the shopping journey.
🔹 Brands can stay competitive in an ever-evolving omni-channel world.

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11/19/2024

🎄 The holiday shopping rush is here! With Cyber Monday on Dec. 2 and a shorter window before Christmas, retailers are facing a tough challenge: delivering orders on time, despite supply chain uncertainties. 📦

Success this season means looking back on pandemic strategies and prioritizing clear, proactive communication with customers. Want to know how to keep up the holiday momentum?

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11/14/2024

🎧 New Podcast Alert! Episode 467 of Total Retail Talks is here!

Join Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan as he chats with Macy's leaders Emily Erusha-Hilleque, senior vice president of private brand, and Sam Archibald, general merchandise manager of apparel at Macy's, about exciting changes in the world of menswear at Macy's. Discover their insights on the launch of new menswear collections, including the Mode of One label, and how customer feedback is driving innovation. Stay tuned to see how Macy's is keeping pace in the fast-evolving fashion retail scene.

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11/13/2024

Just released: the 2024 Retail Technology Report! 🚨 In today’s retail landscape, technology isn’t optional – it’s essential.

Explore how leading retailers are harnessing tech to optimize operations, enhance experiences, and drive growth in Total Retail’s newest report.

Here’s a glimpse of the findings:
📈 Retailers are set to increase tech investments by 6-10% over the next year
🤖 Generative AI is expected to significantly impact the industry
🛍️ Order management systems and customer data platforms are key for seamless shopping
🔍 AR adoption is growing, with 1/3 of retailers on board
🚫 Concerns over theft are slowing down automated self-checkout implementation

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11/12/2024

"Building for what the customer wants and accomplishing their goal never goes out of style," - Sneha Narahalli 🌟

In this exclusive Total Retail Tech interview, Sneha Narahalli, VP & Head of Product at Sephora, dives into the biggest shifts in online shopping: omnichannel journeys, real-time experiences, and values-driven choices. Hear how she’s building adaptable tech for evolving trends and her thoughts on impactful tech leadership. Don’t miss the full interview! 🔗

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11/08/2024

As retail faces rising fraud and theft, leaders across the industry are stepping up to tackle these complex challenges. At , a powerful panel of experts shared how their companies are innovating to protect merchandise and customer data without compromising the customer experience. 💼

In this video, hear from Sree Sreedhararaj, Chief Technology Officer at IPSY, Karen Beebe, Chief Technology Officer at Bealls, Inc., and Adam Gunnett, Director, IT and Business Intelligence, Busy Beaver Building Centers, Inc., as they discuss balancing security measures with seamless shopping. The panel was moderated by Sucharita Kodali, Vice President, Principal Analyst, Forrester. Watch now for actionable insights from those on the front lines of retail tech innovation!

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11/07/2024

How does Domino's Pizza stay on top in a fast-paced digital world? 🌐 Christopher Thomas-Moore (CTM), SVP and Chief Digital Officer, shared the game-changing strategies behind the brand’s transformation at Total Retail Tech.

From data-driven decisions to an unwavering focus on customer experience, CTM dives into the digital moves that keep Domino’s ahead of the curve.

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11/06/2024

AI and retail media are transforming retail in big ways—and they’re here to stay! 🚀

In this exclusive interview from , Sucharita Kodali, Vice President and Principal Analyst at Forrester, dives into why brands are investing heavily in these areas. From AI-driven innovations shaping customer experiences to strategic spending on retail media partnerships, Kodali’s insights are invaluable for any retail executive navigating today’s landscape.

Curious about her holiday forecast and top priorities for retail leaders? Don’t miss the full interview! 🎥

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10/31/2024

🌐 In a world of constant tech evolution, leaders like Karen Beebe, CTO of Bealls Inc., know that staying ahead is a team effort. 🤝

Hear how Karen leverages a network of peers and vendor partners to adapt, innovate, and lead the legacy family-owned company into a tech-forward future. Catch her full interview to learn more about Bealls’ history, culture, and commitment to modernization.

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